Dr. Sam Stanley
Originally from central Kentucky, Dr. Stanley graduated from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2004. He began his career in Georgia and Alabama as a mixed animal veterinarian, working with cows, goats, horses, dogs, and cats. During that time, he also served as the veterinarian for a wild animal safari, caring for giraffes, lions, zebras, and other exotic species. He later transitioned to small animal emergency medicine before shifting to small animal general practice in Texas and then Indiana. In April 2016, he fulfilled his dream of opening Yellow Dog Veterinary Clinic.
For Dr. Stanley, becoming a veterinarian wasn’t just a career choice—it was a calling. Since childhood, he knew this was the path for him. With over a decade of experience, he loves building relationships with pets and their families, seeing them as an extension of his own.
Dr. Stanley is married with three very active children—two boys and a girl—who keep him busy with baseball, volleyball, and basketball. His home is shared with three cats, Derby and Dottie, and a puppy named Astro, who helps keep Henry, the “Yellow Dog” of Yellow Dog Veterinary Clinic, entertained. He also has a rooster to round out the crew. Though spare time is rare, he enjoys spending time outdoors, especially fishing, camping, and gardening.
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